Pupils entertain elderly at Nowton Court Village

In the true spirit of giving back to the community, Year 7 and 8 pupils from South Lee Prep School & Nursery, in Bury St Edmunds, brought holiday cheer to the residents of Nowton Court Village (pictured above).

The young pupils spent an afternoon serenading the residents with heartwarming Christmas carols.

The festive melodies filled the air as the children and residents came together to celebrate the joyous season.

Following the musical merriment, the pupils and residents engaged in friendly board game sessions that bridged the generational gap, fostering connections and creating lasting memories.

The highlight of the day was the lunch prepared by Nowton Court Village’s resident chef, adding a touch of culinary excellence to the festivities.

The atmosphere was positively charged with Christmas spirit and goodwill, evident in the laughter and shared moments echoing through the halls of Nowton Court Village.

Sam Dacey, the manager, expressed her gratitude, saying: “Our residents had a truly delightful experience singing carols with the children. Witnessing them engage in lively conversation and share a meal together was truly heartening. We look forward to the possibility of repeating this wonderful occasion soon.”

Jo Coventry-King, head of South Lee Prep School & Nursery, shared her sentiments on the meaningful event, adding: “We are very keen to build on community relations and Nowton Court Village being our neighbour we felt that this was the perfect place for us to share some holiday spirit and cheer.

“Spending time with the residents, just talking to them and learning about their lives, which was what made the morning special to me. It was an absolute delight to be able to organise such an event for our neighbours down the road. All the children had a lovely time and have not stopped talking about it. We look forward to having this as an annual event and are also excited about organising other activities.”